Foreign Minister Bilawal said Pakistan had faced the brunt of terrorism and extremism in Afghanistan and it was in world’s interest to ensure peace in Afghanistan, so that no terrorist activities could take place in that country.
He said it was important for the international community to engage with the new rulers of Afghanistan.
The foreign minister said Pakistan had been a victim of terrorism from the groups operating in Afghanistan, adding they were concerned about the consequences of the humanitarian crises unfolding on their borders.
He called upon the international community to help avoid a total economic collapse in Afghanistan.
The foreign minister said Pakistan faced economic constraints in helping the Afghan refugees, still it was playing a very responsible role on the world stage.
About Pakistan’s diplomatic priorities, he said they had focused on strengthening of economic relations by resetting of ties with different countries, adding Pakistan was keen that its GSP plus status should be extended so that its businesses and economy could take benefits.
Foreign minister Annalena Baerbock said during her meeting with FM Bilawal, they had discussed at length the issue of Afghanistan where the situation had forced millions to leave the country.
Lauding Pakistan’s role for peace and stability in Afghanistan, she said Pakistan had shown ‘a big heart’ to provide shelter and support to Afghan refugees.
The German foreign minister said it was an enormous task and reiterated her government’s solidarity and support to Pakistan.
Germany remained committed to continuing its support to the Afghan refugees in Pakistan, she said, urging the international partners to play their part in supporting efforts for education and health sectors.
She also expressed Germany’s concerns over Taliban treatment of women and people and said that Afghan’s economy had come to a grinding halt.
Annalena Baerbock said that Taliban government had been heading in the wrong direction still she reiterated that they would not abandon the people of Afghanistan and would continue to provide support.
About ties with Pakistan, she said that both countries had been the closest and reliable partner, adding both countries achieved when they worked together by further strengthening the bilateral relations.
The German foreign minister said Germany and Pakistan had prioritize their efforts to combat climate crises as the time for the world community was running out, requiring immediate global action.
She said both the countries excellent ties and there existed immense opportunities for trade and investment and energy sectors.
To a question regarding Kashmir, she said they supported resolution of the Kashmir issue in accordance with the UN resolutions.
She said they believed that a constructive approach and confidence building measures between Pakistan and India were key to improvement of the ties and solution of the issue.
About Russian-Ukraine conflict, the foreign minister observed the world was pushed into danger when the law of strongest was applied.
The German foreign minister said that issues like Islamophobia had been linked with the regional and international peace and security.
She maintained that German always insisted upon implementation of UNSC principles and charters.
About Russian-Ukraine conflict, she said the crises had consequences beyond borders. The Russian-Ukraine conflict had sent the food prices skyrocketed, especially of the wheat.
She termed it as the biggest threat and challenge to the humanity in the 21st century and stressed upon the international community to work together and support each other.